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Guide to Loving Your Engagement & Wedding Photos

Guide to Loving Your Engagement & Wedding Photos 1.11.21

Congratulations! You’ve just said yes to a bright future together. Now, take that shiny ring and start planning the wedding of your dreams! Because this is such an exciting and once-in-a-lifetime experience, why not also make it unforgettable by having a professional photographer capture the adventure through engagement and wedding photos?

Central Illinois Wedding Photographer, Bride, Groom, Illinois Wedding Photography, Complete Weddings + Events Photographer Mercedes Hartle Unique Wedding Locations in Central Illinois

Unique Wedding Locations in Central Illinois 1.8.21

With so many options for wedding venues in Central Illinois, we have some unique wedding locations for you to make it easier to choose! These unique wedidng locations can make your wedding memorable and special for you and your guests. And with Central Illinois having so much to offer when it comes to unique venues, […]

Ashley + Nikoli's Fall Engagement at McGraw Park in Bloomington, IL

Ashley + Nikoli’s Fall Engagement at McGraw Park 12.28.20

Everything about Ashley + Nikoli’s fall engagement session shouts everything about the autumn season, and we are here for it! Because of the cozy flannels and covering up in a blanket, we see that this couple is at home with each other. The fall tones in their outfits; maroon, red, and denim fit with all […]

Five Wedding Poses That Just Work Bride and groom outdoor at Spruce St Studios

Five Wedding Poses That Just Work 12.22.20

Your wedding photos are some of the things you will carry with you and cherish forever. Of course you want those to be perfect, let us help with that! Whether it is a shot in front of a historic brick building, or in a gorgeous field with gold rays of sunshine you will be the […]

Kayla and Josh Peoria wedding ceremony at Venue Chisca

Kayla + Josh’s Venue Chisca Wedding in Peoria 12.17.20

Kayla and Josh’s wedding at the industrial wedding venue, Venue Chisca, was an absolute dream! The exposed brick and unique styles of this wedding have us obsessed. Take a look at the gallery below to see why we love this wedding so much!

Unique Central Illinois wedding ceremony gorgeous colors

2020 Wedding Features to Stay at Illinois Events in 2021 12.10.20

We can all agree 2020 was uncharted territory. For those ready to get married, 2020’s restrictions and mandates posed many challenges, but fortunately, wedding professionals continued to help guide couples to wedding day success! With new event elements, technology, and services brought to light in 2020, weddings and large gatherings in Illinois will never be […]

Erin and Tyler's October Wedding in Decatur, IL Decauter Conference Center bouquet photo gorgeous bouquet

Erin and Tyler’s October Wedding in Decatur, IL 12.3.20

Erin and Tyler’s outdoor October wedding brought so many Fall vibes! We had so much fun capturing this couple’s amazing Decatur wedding day. Looking through the photos, we get to see how happy these two are together. See what makes this wedding so special in this blog!

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How to Choose Your Perfect Wedding Venue in Central Illinois 11.25.20

You’re engaged! YAY! The excitement is real, but the wedding planning has officially commenced. You know you want to get married in Illinois, but where do you start? What should you consider when choosing a wedding venue? Read on to to see our steps on how to find the perfect venue!

Reception Requirement: Wedding DJ in Peoria, IL

Reception Requirement: Wedding DJ in Peoria, IL 11.16.20

The most cringe-worthy sentence to any experienced wedding vendor is, “My friend is going to DJ my wedding”. Yikes!!! Yes, having your friend DJ your wedding is most likely going to save money, however, an inexperienced wedding DJ often comes at the expense of an amazing evening. DJs are oftentimes the reason a wedding reception […]

Wedding Planning Checklist in Central Illinois

Wedding Planning Checklist in Central Illinois: The Reception 11.10.20

There’s nothing we want more than a successful, upbeat wedding reception, so we put together a wedding planning checklist in . This reception starter checklist will help you get things rolling with planning the party of the year! Start here to create a list of goals so you can pace yourself and have a perfectly […]

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